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It found that telemedicine was a feasible, affordable, and highly satisfactory healthcare delivery method, despite concerns about connectivity and privacy.
Annals of Medicine and Surgery · 15 authors, 15 centres
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It found that telemedicine was a feasible, affordable, and highly satisfactory healthcare delivery method, despite concerns about connectivity and privacy.
The review found that teleconsultation usage peaked during high COVID-19 transmission phases, with major queries related to existing chronic conditions like cancer, diabetes, and neurological diseases. Telemedicine was generally reported as affordable, timesaving, and accurate, leading to high patient satisfaction (>80%). However, barriers included technical difficulties, especially for the elderly, privacy concerns, and challenges with diagnosis accuracy due to the lack of physical examination. The authors conclude that while telemedicine was beneficial for primary care and follow-ups, its overall improvement requires regulated practice with well-trained staff.